Depression Counseling in Houston, TX.

I integrate a variety of treatments and models, such as CBT, DBT, Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), and EMDR to provide clients with effective treatment options, to achieve insights that may have been elusive otherwise. Ketamine's rapid antidepressant effects can facilitate breakthroughs in therapy sessions, while EMDR can effectively process and reframe past experiences contributing to depression. Having a variety of approaches allows clients to delve into their emotional experiences and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Through these modalities, clients can experience relief from depressive symptoms and achieve long-lasting emotional healing and resilience.

We truly understand the heavy weight that depression can place on your life. Our approach to depression therapy aims to provide you with the support and tools needed to navigate through this challenging experience. With compassion and empathy, we work collaboratively to explore the underlying causes of your depression, challenge negative thought patterns, and develop practical coping strategies. Our goal is to create a nurturing and non-judgmental environment where you feel safe to express yourself and work towards healing. Together, we'll embark on a journey towards reclaiming your joy, purpose, and well-being. You're not alone, and we're here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

Grey Matters International, Inc. and the work of Kevin J. Fleming, Ph.D. handles depression and other emotional disorders in a very unique way. Most of therapy or counseling processes utilize validation, unconditional positive regard, and reframing as common techniques to get someone to heal from their depression. Though this can be helpful, it rarely fixes the core problem behind it and for tough cases we then refer them usually to a psychiatrist for medication which can have tons of side effects. Instead, why not try a natural and arguably more effective way to not just change your mind, but change the brain--where the depression is rooted. Contact us at kevin@kevinflemingphd.com.

If you’re feeling down, are lacking motivation, or lacking motivation, you’re not alone. The demands of work and home life can take a toll on any man. Not many understand the unique pressures you face, and this can be frustrating, lonely, and isolating. Whether you feel like things are falling apart, or you’re still hiding it pretty well, there is hope. I often use EMDR therapy and a faith-based perspective to help men uncover and heal the source of their issues, and discover their peace, hope, and motivation in life. One of the insidious parts of depression is that while you’re in the fog, it’s hard to be objective. I will help you walk through this fog until we get to the other side.

I remember hearing a professor share the difference between depression and other emotional states. She said that depression is similar to a deep, dark, hopeless pit. And sadly, many have and will experience this at some time in their lives. Many of the people who seek me out for treatment of depression are often experiencing a multitude of feelings which are difficult to express. When not expressed, the are held in and seem to 'grow', often overwhelming a person and leaving them uncertain of how to resolve it. I support my clients in finding ways to verbalize their emotions because I believe that this minimizes the power of the emotion. Shall we talk about the feeling of depression?

There are several factors that contribute to childhood and teen depression such as problems in school, grief and loss, illness, bullying and problems with parents. In order to address the child’s needs, I will meet with your family in order to assess and understand the nature of the depression. As adolescents share their feelings about what they are experiencing in their lives, I will work with your child to reduce the symptoms of depression and strive to improve, self-esteem, social skills and help them to develop emotional problem solving skills.

Depression is serious with a variety of causes and affects millions of people. If you're feeling depressed, you are not alone! Symptoms of depression include feelings of hopelessness, fatigue or low energy, less interest in regular activities, excessive guilt, lessened ability to concentrate, weight fluctuation, changes in appetite or sleeping, or thoughts of death. Depression can impact many aspects of a person's life and our goal is helping you get back to living the life you want to live. Cognitive therapy can help you learn to manage the symptoms of depression, develop problem solving skills, increase self-esteem, build positive relationships, and get back to feeling like yourself again.

My practice is uniquely positioned to support individuals who are on a journey through the complexities of depression and persistent mental health concerns. We specialize in offering a deep, transformative approach that delves into the root causes of emotional distress beyond just the symptoms. If you find yourself caught in unchanging patterns of thought or behavior, grappling with the effects of past traumas, or seeking a pathway out of chronic emotional pain, my approach may resonate with you.

Are You A High-Functioning Person Who Nevertheless Battles With A Sense Of Hopelessness And Low Self-Esteem? If you are high-functioning in other areas of life, you are probably used to being successful and comparing yourself to others in a culture that is eager to define you based on what you have over who you are. And perhaps when you attempt to address such symptoms of depression with partners, friends, or family, you find that you’re met with toxic positivity or a sense that you should be grateful for all you have and all that you’ve accomplished. We are here to provide understanding, a listening ear, and tools to get through depression.

Depression can be debilitating. I will work with you on a plan that will be a multidisciplinary approach in order to bring you the greatest relief. We will explore any root causes of the depression to maximize your healing. If medical intervention is needed I can help with with the right referral sources. You do not have to suffer, there is much hope for depression.

I would be honored to help you overcome your depression by helping you to figure out and face the issues that are keeping you down. I will ask you leading questions to help you become more aware of yourself and any unhelpful coping strategies you may have learned. Then we will work on changing the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are holding you back. You will learn new strategies to overcome any obstacles you may face now and in the future.

We all experience times when we feel sad or depressed. When we feel this way it can be an important clue that something in our life needs to be changed. Some people have a biological condition which can cause depression. People may experience intense sadness. Others have a Bipolar Disorder and may feel high or even experience difficulty sleeping, anxiety and racing thoughts. We help you explore what was going on in your life when your depression started and unravel the reasons for your symptoms. In some cases medication may be needed. If necessary, we will collaborate with you and your doctor to help you to stabilize your mood, increase your confidence and work towards a happier future.

Depression is an interesting mood state in that there may be differing levels of intensity. What I have learned over the years is that before we have learned to speak, we are taking in everything around us through our sense of hearing, sight, and touch. Our brain processes the information when our brain isn't fully developed. We process the best we can and out of that we develop a core message about ourselves based on our early experiences. Many people develop the core message "I'm not good enough." Then we develop relationships with friends and intimate partners that reinforce that core message. We engage in negative self-talk.The great thing is, we can reprogram our message.